NHTSA Recall 18V170000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V170000; Date: Mar. 13, 2018
an unlocked second row left outboard seatback increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Honda Odyssey; 2015 Honda Odyssey; 2016 Honda Odyssey
Component: Seats:mid/rear Assembly
Manufactured by: Honda (american Honda Motor Co.)
Affected Units:: 254,568
Recall Summary:
honda (american honda motor co.) is recalling certain 2014-2016 honda odyssey vehicles. the second row outboard seats have a lever to fold the seatback and slide the seat forward to access the third row seats. due to a manufacturing error, if the walk-in release lever is used to fold a fully reclined left outboard seatback forward, the seatback may stay in the unlocked position (free-folding) or unexpectedly unlock without engaging the walk-in or recliner lever.
How to Fix:
honda will notify owners, and dealers will confirm proper operation of the second row left outboard seatback, and install a support bracket to the seat recliner. if the seatback cannot lock, dealers will replace the seatback frame assembly. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin april 30, 2018. owners may contact honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. honda's number for this recall is x0r.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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